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Mississippi House leaders file plan to eliminate income tax, slash grocery tax
SUMMARY: Mississippi House leaders introduced the “Build Up Mississippi Act” (House Bill 1), a comprehensive tax reform plan aimed at eliminating the state income tax over the next decade and significantly reducing grocery taxes. The bill proposes a $1 billion tax cut, reducing the income tax gradually from 4.7% in 2024 to 0% by 2037, and cutting grocery tax from 7% to 2.5% by 2036. To compensate local governments, a potential 1.5% increase on non-grocery items could raise the sales tax to 8.5%. The bill also reallocates lottery proceeds to support the public employees’ retirement system, aiming for stable funding amidst significant financial challenges.
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SUMMARY: A settlement has been reached between victims of a fatal propane explosion in Copiah County and Herring Gas, one year after the incident. The January 14, 2023 explosion at a home killed four people, including an 18-year-old and a 14-year-old, and injured two others. Victims Mitzi Jordan and Samantha Britt sued Herring Gas, alleging human error in the inspection and installation of the propane system. A private investigation revealed the tank was misidentified and corroded, leading to its rupture. The settlement details remain undisclosed following this tragic event.
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SUMMARY: A new bill in Mississippi, HB 571, introduced by Rep. Sam Creekmore, aims to criminalize child grooming, punishable by up to 10 years in prison for repeat offenders. The bill was inspired by the Causey family, whose child was groomed by an adult but found no legal recourse. Grooming involves building trust with a minor for future sexual abuse. While Mississippi lacks laws defining grooming as a crime, similar laws exist in Texas, Florida, and other states. HB 571 would be a step toward protecting children and deterring offenders. The bill is under review in the House Judiciary B Committee and could become law by July 2025.Â
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SUMMARY: Mississippi Gov. Tate Reeves has ordered flags to be flown at full-staff on January 20, 2025, in recognition of President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration, deviating from President Biden’s order for flags to be at half-staff for 30 days following former President Jimmy Carter’s death. Reeves’ decision aligns with other Republican governors, including House Speaker Mike Johnson, who also mandated flags at full height during the inauguration. Trump had previously expressed opposition to lowered flags during his swearing-in. Mississippi’s flags will return to half-staff after the inauguration until January 28, 2025.
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